The Norwegian forest cat is introverted, independent, intelligent, agile, alert, cautious, fond of adventure and activities, and is good at catching, climbing trees and rocks, and is known as a "competent hunter". Therefore, it is not suitable to be kept indoors for a long time. It is best to keep it in a home with a yard and a relatively spacious environment.

1. Before purchasing a Norwegian Forest Cat, please refer to the information provided by AiPet.com on the physical characteristics and characteristics of this breed of cat. If you have an idea of ​​this cat, you can avoid blind selection;

2. Neat appearance, lively and energetic, flexible movements, and feels heavier than expected when held in hands;

3. When you open your mouth, you will see that the mouth, gums and tongue are light red, the teeth are biting normally, and there is no special odor;

4. Cat ears should be clean and free of secretions. If your cat scratches its ears or shakes its head frequently, it may be infected with ear scabies;

5. The tip of the nose is reddish, moist and shiny. The tip of the nose should feel cool and moist with the back of your hand. There should be no nasal discharge or secretion around the nostrils;

6. The eyes should be clear and bright, with no secretions from the corners of the eyes, and the third eyelids should not be exposed from the corners of the eyes (the third eyelid appears first in many cats when they are sick);

7. The body is moderately developed, the muscles are strong, the limbs are thick but not bent, the walking is normal, and the legs and feet can react strongly when pulling with hands;

8. The abdomen should be slightly round, and the ribs cannot be touched by hand. If the cat’s abdomen is enlarged, it may be a symptom of roundworm infection or peritonitis. It is normal for the kitten’s belly to be slightly protruding;

9. The hair around the anus is clean and the anal opening has no stains;

10. The health indicators of kittens are most obviously reflected in their hair. A healthy kitten's coat should be shiny, fluffy, and stand erect. If the kitten's hair is messy and dull, it means that the kitten has been infected with the disease, or has been ill and has just recovered. It is best not to choose such a cat;

11. He reacts immediately when he hears a cry, has a desire to play when teased, and has a strong appetite when he smells the smell of meat.